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KALMIA latifolia 'Olympic Fire'
Commonly known as Calico bush
Large red buds open to pink flowers. Wavy-edged leaves
Further Reading....
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EvergreenNarrow, leathery, pointed leaves.
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RedRed buds -
Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Opening pink -
Height2m (6½ft) -
Spread2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces flowers 2.5cm (1in) across.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Full sunWhere soil remains reliably moist. -
Partial shade
KALMIA latifolia 'Olympic Fire'
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originEastern USAResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
RHS group 8Renovate over several seasons -
Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch with leaf mould in spring.
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eaten(People & Pets) -
Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Kalmia - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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